1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | L 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |